Farmers receive PM Kisan in three installments of ₹2,000 each over the year. Here is the latest update on the next PM Kisan installment.
Latest installment status
- 22nd installment: released on 13 March 2026, benefiting about 9.32 crore farmers with roughly ₹18,640 crore disbursed.
- 23rd installment: scheduled for around 20 June 2026, with ₹2,000 expected to be credited to eligible farmers via DBT.
Installment dates can shift slightly; always confirm on the official portal pmkisan.gov.in.
How the ₹6,000 is paid
The annual ₹6,000 is split into three equal installments of ₹2,000, transferred directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system — no middlemen.
Why your installment may be delayed
- e-KYC not completed (the single biggest reason).
- Aadhaar not linked to the bank account.
- Land records not yet verified.
- Name or account-number mismatch.
Check your exact reason on the PM Kisan status check page.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next PM Kisan installment in 2026?
The 23rd installment is scheduled for around 20 June 2026. The previous (22nd) installment was released on 13 March 2026.
How much is one PM Kisan installment?
Each installment is ₹2,000, paid three times a year for a total of ₹6,000.